1. Read electronic copy of column.
2. Take notes in your journal as you read. (Look for interesting points, connections, big ideas, etc.)
RL check tomorrow (Make sure you have 2.5 hours and a signature.)
Tuesday 8/30
Finish writing column with partner. Draft should be finished when you come to class on Wednesday. Revisions and editing will be done in class.
RL
Wednesday 8/31
Poem: "Before" by Alexis Pappas
1. Read poem again and background information for the writer.
2. Write your own "Before" poem about something you participate in. Use Alexis Pappas poem as a guide.
Thursday 9/1
RL
Choose a person from Boys in the Boat.(For example: Joe Rantz) Write a "Before" poem from their perspective. Your poem should be in edited and published form ready for class tomorrow. You do not need to print it.
The Miracle - 1936 Olympic Crew
Monday 8/29
- Olympics can bring the world together Column: Fixation on problems defeats the purpose of the Olympics
1. Read electronic copy of column.2. Take notes in your journal as you read. (Look for interesting points, connections, big ideas, etc.)
Tuesday 8/30
Wednesday 8/31
- Poem: "Before" by Alexis Pappas
1. Read poem again and background information for the writer.2. Write your own "Before" poem about something you participate in. Use Alexis Pappas poem as a guide.
Thursday 9/1
Friday 9/2